Esteamed Coffee

I am not a coffee or tea person, but my sister is! I've always driven past since the building came…read moreup and the coffee is shop too but finally tried the place when my sister was visiting and it was great. Amazing service, loved the vibe of the place lively but not too loud and spacious with multiple seating areas that allow you to have a private conversation without being overhead (so I think) I loveddddd their iced salted maple matcha latte, reminds me I have to go back for another.

I recently visited my niece in Charlotte and Thousand Hills Coffee was on my list to go and now one…read moreof my favorite spots! The staff is so welcoming and genuinely friendly to our kiddos too ! The atmosphere is perfect for catching up on emails or relaxing with a coffee. My favorite wS the maple brown sugar latte which I had 3 times before my trip ended lol -- highly recommend!

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Side seating and working areas as well as access to outside seating, July 2024.

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BREW

3.9(186 reviews)

0.1 mi

This coffee bar is conveniently located next to and adjoining the Cary Theater. I visited while…read moreattending a matinee screening for Cinematic Summer School. It was a nice place to hang while waiting for the doors to open. I enjoyed a coconut iced matcha latte. The cafe space was comfortable. I enjoyed the swing music and the customer service was great. My matcha was refreshing.

I've been here a few times and for some reason every time I come the coffee is just not good. The…read moreworkers were all really friendly and made the drinks quickly, but paying $7 for coffee that just tastes bad kinda hurts.

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Iced latte ($4.50) with rose syrup ($1.00) and oat milk ($0.70). $7.95 after tax and tip.

Coffee Studio

4.6(29 reviews)

0.3 mi

I really like the coffee here and enjoy coming in, but one small thing has been frustrating. A lot…read moreof times when I order a plain black coffee, I'm handed the cup without a sleeve or even a lid, despite both being right there. It may seem minor, but with a hot coffee it feels like a basic part of the service and comes across as a little careless or lazy. I'd love to see a little more attention to those details because otherwise I really enjoy the coffee.

Stopped by Coffee Studio in Cary for lunch and had such a great experience! I ordered the Santa Fe…read moresalad with grilled chicken, and everything tasted incredibly fresh. The vegetables were crisp, the chicken was perfectly cooked, and the spicy ranch dressing tied everything together with just the right amount of kick. I also enjoyed a delicious coffee (and my fiancé had a regular hot coffee) which made for the perfect lunch pairing. The café has a welcoming atmosphere, friendly service, and quality food that goes beyond just coffee. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. If you're looking for a fresh, satisfying lunch in Cary, this is a great spot!

Chai Latte

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Vanilla hojicha latte (no coffee)

Brecotea

4.1(342 reviews)

1.4 mi

Came for the pastries, leaving already planning my next visit :-)…read more Really enjoyed this place! So many pastries to choose from & everything we tried was SO SO Soooooo good. We got the matcha, mocha & mango pastries, mango bread & potato bread.. everything was delicious! The space is also really nice and spacious, so it's perfect to sit and enjoy your coffee, pastries with friends, family or solo!!

Brecotea is a fantastic spot for bubble tea in Cary! Stopped by and picked up two large milk teas…read morealong with the Strawberry Cream Roll, and everything was delicious. The milk teas were smooth, flavorful, and refreshing, while the Strawberry Cream Roll was the perfect sweet treat--fresh, creamy, and absolutely satisfying. Great place to grab a drink and dessert, whether you're meeting up with friends or just treating yourself. Definitely a spot I'd happily come back to!

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Paris Banh Mi

4.0(66 reviews)

1.6 mi

Vietnamese Sub…read more Venue: medium sized place for sub/sandwich place. It's order - pay and you can seat yourself place. Food: tried Paris bahn mi in Orlando and decided to try here as well. Ordered grilled pork bahn mi and Thai green tea. My honest opinion, I've had better and worse. The meat portion inside the sub is good. However it is lacking in flavor within the meat marinate or the sauce inside the sub. So far the banh mi from pho Thien phat has the best bahn mi in Cary in my opinion. The Thai tea lacked in sugar and very strong tea. I typically order less sugar at boba shops but I did not here just wanting to taste the original flavor of the house, I was not impressed. Service: you order, pay and pick up your food. The lady from the kitchen brought the hot subs out for us which I thought it was very kind. Price: well- the price of food has two versions: cash price and credit card price. Sigh...

I always love Paris Banh Mi so when I was in an area with Paris banh mi, I had to order!!…read more I ordered through Uber Eats! The banh mi was still warm and crunchy at arrival! The coffee was HUGE!

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La Farm Bakery

3.8(81 reviews)

0.1 mi

Bottom line: Even though the Chatham St La Farm Bakery location looks big, it actually provides a…read moresmall cafe experience to use with no dedicated inside seating (only outside seating). Small selection in comparison to Preston Corners location, but still good quality. Delicious bakery items as you would expect from La Farm and very friendly helpful staff encountered here. The Deets: I had the chance to go by this location of La Farm Bakery near downtown Cary on Chatham St a couple of times during the past holiday season. I had walked over first to see about getting some gift baskets shipped to friends for the holidays but found out upon entering that they only handle shipping at the Preston Corners/Cary Parkway location. I was surprised as this location had such a large footprint with being the size of a grocery store but most of that size is used for the actual baking/storage itself it appears. The bakery service/cafe at this location is pretty small but nice and clean, with the only sitting area only outside with no actual inside seating to enjoy any purchases. There is not a dedicated inside sit-down cafe experience here. The actual selections on the shelves available seem in less volume than say their Preston Corners location (on my second visit here I wound up going to Preston Corners again for the items I wanted for a holiday party I was to attend). The same, still delicious, baked items in their display case as well as coffee/beverages are available here and still as enjoyable which earns most of their four stars here. Luckily the second visit I made here was on a warmer day so the outside seating could be utilized if you wanted to eat there. Another reason for their four stars here is the great positive attitude and friendly demeanor of the staff here. Even though they could not help me with my shipping of gift baskets on the first visit when I inquired, I was offered coffee while I waited for my ride share to take me to the Preston Corners location and that was greatly appreciated. The small cafe at the downtown Cary of La Farm Bakery is a nice stop for bakery items and goodies but for more of the full "La Farm experience" for gifts etc. then you may want to start out at the Preston Corners/Cary Parkway location. I may have had more of a 3.5 star full experience here, they get to those 4 stars with the deliciousness of the La Farm baked goods and the friendly helpful staff I encountered.

Super disappointed as we saw the bakery is big but instead inside is really small, we couldn't see…read morethe bakers working, only small area with limited items on limited display counters. We ordered a couple of cookies to try but the taste was just average. Service was nice though! We will dismiss this place and in search for another bakery

Back corner/roadside, Dec 2025.

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Hazelnut chocolate mousee cake.

Cha House - Cary

4.4(168 reviews)

1.8 mi

Big fan of the iced strawberry matcha and the lychee milk tee is pretty good. Best matcha Ive found…read moreso far around Lochmere/Cary. Always has a good amount of cafe diners and the staff is cheerful and friendly. Indoor and outdoor seating. Delivery available via DoorDash and have gotten a few times.

Cute little spot that provided a quick pick me up. The only thing was that we forgot to order our…read more2nd drink with less sugar. Drinks we ordered: 1) Green tea, 0% with boba 2) Matcha with mango with boba

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Milk Lab - Cary

4.4(555 reviews)

3.1 mi

Fun to watch them make the ice cream rolls. Busy busy day that I went, Saturday. I ordered Jasmine…read morelemon lime tea, fresh taste. Small inside but there's outdoor seating as well

This was such a fun place to get milk tea! I did feel like my rose milk Tea was a little bit…read morewatery, but my fiancé really loved his fruit tea. The prices are reasonable, and they have lots of options for customization, so I would definitely come back to try new things.

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Caribou Coffee

3.4(105 reviews)

1.1 mi

As a Caribou Coffee fan, I'm happy to see more shops in the Triangle! I've passed by this location…read morein the past but never had a chance to stop by. It's tiny! There's not much parking but it has a drive-thru window! It was easy to order. Amazing customer service! Top of the line and friendly. My iced pumpkin white mocha was on point! It was delicious! I wished that I lived closer to this location. I look forward to stopping here again in the near future.

Great place with a cozy café vibe. Plenty of seating, making it perfect for studying or getting…read morework done while enjoying your favorite coffee. They offer a nice variety of drinks, from mochas to espressos, along with a breakfast menu. I tried the cappuccino and loved its smooth, refreshing taste. Service is fast. Looking forward to coming back to try the matcha mocha soon!

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Iris Coffee Lab

4.4(161 reviews)

7.4 mi•North Boylan

For this week's edition of coffee shop Saturday, I chose Iris Coffee Lab. It's a block away from…read morethe Glenwood South area, located in a little neighborhood of condos, apartments and small businesses. There's plenty of seating inside and outside. There is street parking with a couple of garages nearby. I ordered as soon as I arrived and sat inside to enjoy my vanilla latte on a very hot afternoon. The service is good, everyone is friendly. The latte was perfect, strong and hot!!! It's busy and somewhat loud inside, but great for catching up with friends or working.

Note to future self: please don't come back! I've been here once before and I think we tried the…read morecherry marzipan, and this time I got an iced vanilla latte with just regular milk. Pretty blah. Lexi you can make better coffee at home. Just stay home. Staff were very nice and space was open

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Fiona W.

3 years ago

First I would like to say that this is the best coffee shop ever, I love them and their shop so much. They're one of my favorite businesses, I want to go to Esteemed Coffee soon. I miss them, I wish I had been able to go to their events that I wasn't able to go. I can't wait to see them soon, and I can't wait to hang out with them. I'm going to their events hopefully if I can, I'm so excited for the next few Esteemed Coffee events. Hi esteemed coffee bestie, besties love u miss u I miss you guys, I love you let me know if you ever need anything. I really wanted to go to their events, to their coffee shop. read more

Sophi A ..

1 year ago

What impressed me most was the cleanliness and organization. The tables were cleared as soon as customers left, and everything was spotless. The staff were welcoming and answered my questions patiently. I had an espresso and a slice of cake the espresso was strong but smooth, and the cake was moist and flavorful. A quiet and polished place. read more

Ellen W.

3 years ago

The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. I drink tea and they didn't disappoint in their selection. Pastries were very fresh.

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